What The Heck Is 'Windows 8.1 With Bing" Anyway?There was all this chatter late in the week about a Microsoft campaign to boost the acceptance of Window 8. According to multiple sites, including The Verge, the idea is that Microsoft would make a stripped-down version...

Internet Explorer 11 Available for Windows 7 NowInternet Explorer 11 now officially launches on Windows 7. Microsoft had been dilly dallying about bringing Internet Explorer 11 to the platform. But now that it has been launched, things are back to normal.

Microsoft Announces Sculpt Comfort Mouse & Mobile MouseMicrosoft has launched today two new mice with a built-in dedicated Windows button. These mice are first of its kind from Microsoft based on latest BlueTrack technology and built-in Bluetooth connectivity. Sculpt Mobile Mouse available now at $29.95 while the Sculpt Comfort Mouse will come in June for $39.95 for U.S. users only.

You can Upgrade to Windows 8 Pro for $14.99 when You buy a Windows 7 PCBeginning June 2, 2012, consumers who purchase up to five new Windows 7 PCs preinstalled with Windows 7 Home Basic, Home Premium, Professional, or Ultimate will be eligible to purchase an upgrade to Windows 8 Pro upon general availability of Windows 8. Qualifying purchases must be made before January 31, 2013, and offers must be redeemed by February 28, 2013.